E111 The sheep that walks in circles - Psalm 23

Most people think Psalm 23 is a calm, gentle prayer about green grass and still water. But there is a secret hiding in the original Hebrew. In this episode, host Elizabeth reveals something surprising: sheep do not climb hills in a straight line. They walk in circles. And the Hebrew word for "paths" in Psalm 23 actually means circular switchbacks. Listeners will learn: · Why walking in circles is not failure – it is the shepherd's plan. · What the Hebrew words ma'agal and meshubah really mean. · How the book of Leviticus connects fat (the best part of the sacrifice) to God pouring mercy on your head. · Why backsliding does not scare the Shepherd – and why it should not scare you. Elizabeth also gives a simple six-step circle prayer based on Psalm 23. No perfect words required. Just a willingness to keep returning. References include: Psalm 23 (Hebrew and Greek), Leviticus 3:16, Jeremiah 3:22, and Hosea 14:4. Perfect for anyone who feels stuck in a loop, keeps making the same mistakes, or wants to pray Psalm 23 like a sheep – not a racehorse. CONNECT • Instagram: @lion_roars_from_zion • Website: www.lionroarsfromzion.com • Free resources: Free Resources | Lion Roars From Zion SHARE THIS EPISODE Help us to share these teachings